Millbay sits within easy reach of Plymouth's waterfront and city centre, surrounded by neighbourhoods that between them offer a genuinely well-rounded place to live. St Peter and the Waterfront, right on the doorstep, brings dozens of restaurants, bars and shops along with strong GP, dentist and hospital provision, while flats dominate the local property market at around £183,000. Further out, Devonport, Drake, Stoke and Sutton and Mount Gould all add their own strengths, from affordable terraces around £195,000 to £235,000, to Outstanding-rated schools like Mayflower Academy and Prince Rock Primary, to railway stations that make getting around Plymouth and beyond straightforward. A few themes run right through the area. Living costs sit comfortably below the UK average across the board, covering council tax, utilities and transport, and this makes Millbay and its surrounds appealing for buyers and renters looking for value without sacrificing connections. Crime rates have been falling steadily across every neighbourhood, often described as a marked or year-on-year improvement, and healthcare provision is consistently strong, with multiple GP practices, hospitals and good dentist coverage within reach. Transport links stand out too, with railway stations in Devonport, Drake and Stoke, plus bus, ferry and road connections from St Peter and the Waterfront, making this a well-connected part of the city whichever direction you're heading. There's some variation depending on which side of Millbay you lean towards. The waterfront side offers an urban, amenity-rich lifestyle suited to commuters and remote workers, with nearly a quarter of St Peter and the Waterfront residents working from home. Head towards Devonport, Stoke or Sutton and Mount Gould, and you'll find more of a settled, family-friendly feel, with better value housing, green space and well-regarded local schools. Drake, meanwhile, leans towards a younger, student-driven rental market. Together, these surrounding neighbourhoods give Millbay a flexible appeal, working equally well for first-time buyers, families and those wanting city-centre convenience on a budget.